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Monday, November 15, 2010

Open Studio Wrap-up

I sold eight paintings (one not shown), three original book illustrations and about 20 books during last weekend's 3-day open studios tour. Two were my favorites, others surprised me. I've concluded there's absolutely no predicting what will appeal to buyers. Although I had a some more expensive pieces, everything that sold was under $400. In some cases that was perhaps more than reasonable. Sure, I could have charged more; but would higher prices have offset the sales that undoubtedly would have been lost? My opinion is no. So overall, I am rather pleased. A couple of friends and some other nice people got my work, and it's good to have it out there, making room and creating incentive to produce new pieces.